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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education